Airport Security Operations Supervisor

TSA Job Listings; Dow (KY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in MC Dowell, KY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead daily screening operations and staff coordination. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate rotations, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures with sound judgment and clear communication.

The role requires the ability to respond to security incidents, prepare briefings, and work varying shifts or overtime as needed. Eligibility includes U.S.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience supervising transportation‑security operations.
• Experience as a work leader or supervisor for at least six months.
• Prior serving in TSA roles or equivalent is common for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures, operational information, observation, and professional judgment
• Review employee performance and provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergency situations
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, incident reports, and management communications
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law‑enforcement personnel, and TSA leadership when required
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Supervision

Decision making

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in MC Dowell, KY seeks Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead daily screening operations and staff coordination. You will supervise Officers and Lead Officers, coordinate rotations, and ensure adherence to TSA procedures with sound judgment and clear communication.

The role requires the ability to respond to security incidents, prepare briefings, and work varying shifts or overtime as needed. Eligibility includes U.S.